PRISM AI Wins Best AI Tool/Product at the 2026 IN2 SABRE Awards Asia-Pacific

LG Electronics’ proprietary AI-powered communications intelligence platform, PRISM AI, has earned recognition as Best AI Tool/Product at the 2026 IN2 SABRE Awards Asia-Pacific. The achievement highlights the growing role of artificial intelligence in transforming public relations and communications, while showcasing LG’s commitment to applying advanced technology to real-world business challenges.

PRISM AI was developed to provide communications professionals with deeper, faster, and more objective insights from the global media landscape. Powered by large language models (LLMs) and deep learning technologies, the platform analyzes millions of news articles spanning approximately 200 markets and 30 brands. This extensive analysis allows communications teams to better understand media coverage, identify trends, and evaluate the effectiveness of their public relations efforts.

One of the platform’s key strengths is its ability to turn complex media data into actionable metrics. PRISM AI generates indicators such as the PR Score and CI Index, helping communications professionals assess performance and make more informed strategic decisions. Instead of relying solely on manual monitoring or subjective assessments, teams can use AI-generated intelligence to identify opportunities, measure impact, and respond more efficiently to changes in the communications environment.

The recognition also demonstrates how LG Electronics is applying AI Transformation (AX) beyond traditional product development. By integrating AI into its global communications operations, LG is creating a model for how enterprises can use emerging technologies to improve internal processes and decision-making.

For the public relations industry, PRISM AI represents a broader shift toward data-driven communications. As the volume of global media content continues to grow, organizations need intelligent tools that can process information at scale while delivering insights that communications teams can act upon.

Winning Best AI Tool/Product at the 2026 IN2 SABRE Awards Asia-Pacific therefore represents more than an industry accolade. It underscores PRISM AI’s potential to redefine how global communications intelligence is gathered, interpreted, and applied—and reinforces LG Electronics’ position at the intersection of AI, technology, and modern public relations.

Smart Boosts Coverage in La Trinidad

Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) is expanding its mobile network in La Trinidad, Benguet, with additional network infrastructure aimed at improving connectivity in one of the Cordillera region’s key commercial and agricultural hubs.

The mobile services provider recently signed an agreement with the local government to build additional network infrastructure in strategic areas across the municipality.

The company has also deployed a portable mobile cellular site in La Trinidad's central business district to increase its network capacity and improve mobile services in the area.

“Additional sites will help improve our coverage in La Trinidad and provide residents with more reliable service,” said Debbie M. Hu, Smart FVP for Network Build and Implementation. “As our chairman Manuel V. Pangilinan says, we have to make sure that all Filipinos have access to fast and reliable connectivity.”

For local businesses, stronger connectivity can help them adopt digital tools for payments, communication, marketing, and other day-to-day operations. It can also help the local government deliver faster and more efficient services to the community.

“These improvements will help our constituents stay better connected,” said La Trinidad Mayor Roderick Awingan. “Our students can access information more easily, our business owners can transact more efficiently, and our people can stay connected and get the information they need.”

The Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR) plays a major role in the country’s food security, providing about 70% of the nation’s temperate vegetables. The province of Benguet, known as the country’s ‘salad bowl,’ is the Philippines’ primary producer of highland crops like cabbage and potatoes. La Trinidad acts as a central hub for farm products in the region. The wholesale trading posts in the municipality attract vegetable growers from across Benguet and nearby areas whose produce may reach as far north as Batanes and as far south as Mindanao.

La Trinidad is also home to the main campus of Benguet State University, a major higher learning institution in the region. The university’s Teacher Education program has been designated a Center of Excellence by the Commission on Higher Education (CHED), while its Agriculture and Nutrition and Dietetics programs have been identified as Centers of Development.

For its continued efforts to enhance its network across the country, Smart has been recognized by Ookla®, a global leader in network intelligence and connectivity insights, for delivering the Best Mobile Video Experience in the Philippines.

This distinction matters because video streaming is one of the more demanding tests of a mobile network, requiring consistent speed and stability throughout playback. That same reliability translates to the everyday operations of La Trinidad's micro-, small-, and medium-scale businesses — from processing digital payments and money transfers to staying reachable for order requests and customer queries. Students also benefit, with steadier connections for online classes, accessing learning resources, and communication tools.

Smart’s latest effort to expand its network in La Trinidad underscores its continued investment in network infrastructure to improve customer experience and support the government’s overall digitalization efforts. This also contributes to the PLDT Group’s endeavors to help the country achieve the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UNSDGs), particularly SDG 9 – Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure.

Vivo Philippines Brings NBA and WNBA Legends Jason Kidd and Lauren Jackson to Manila

MANILA, PHILIPPINES — Basketball fans in the Philippines are in for a memorable experience as Vivo Philippines brings NBA and WNBA legends Jason Kidd and Lauren Jackson to Manila for an exclusive fan meet-and-greet on August 28, 2026.

The event will take place from 5 PM to 6 PM at the Vivo Concept Store in SM Megamall Building B, featuring on-stage conversations, fan interactions, and a special opportunity for selected fans to meet the two basketball icons. Only 15 fans will be selected, with each receiving an official photo opportunity and a signed poster.

How to Join

Fans who want to participate can follow these simple steps:

• Follow Vivo Philippines on Facebook.
• Comment “vivo Meet & Greet with Jason & Lauren” on the designated Facebook post.
• Use the hashtags #vivoxNBA and #vivoX300Ultra.

The event will be hosted by KC Montero, who will guide conversations with Kidd and Jackson, giving fans a closer look at their careers and experiences in professional basketball.

Jackson is a three-time WNBA MVP, two-time WNBA champion, five-time Olympic medalist, FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup champion, and Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Famer. She also made her return to the Olympic stage at the Paris 2024 Olympics following an eight-year break from basketball.

Kidd is an NBA champion, 10-time NBA All-Star, two-time Olympic gold medalist, and Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Famer. Renowned for his court vision and playmaking abilities, the former point guard later continued his basketball career as an NBA coach.

Bringing Fans Closer to the Action

The experience will also highlight the Vivo X300 Ultra, the company's flagship smartphone featuring Triple ZEISS Master Lenses, including an 85mm ZEISS Gimbal-Grade APO Telephoto Camera. Its advanced imaging capabilities are designed to bring distant subjects closer, making it particularly useful for capturing sporting events and other experiences from a distance.

Fans who cannot attend in person can still join the experience online. The Vivo Philippines Facebook page will livestream the event on August 29 from 5 PM to 6 PM, with the action captured using the Vivo X300 Ultra.

Viewers can click “Going” on the Facebook Event and enable notifications for the livestream. An online giveaway will also give participants a chance to win NBA merchandise by commenting “vivo Meet & Greet with Jason & Lauren” and using #vivoxNBA and #vivoX300Ultra.

For more technology, lifestyle, and event updates, follow Vivo Philippines on social media.

AI-Powered Legal Research: Navigating Philippine Foreclosure Law with Confidence

MANILA, PHILIPPINES – Legal disputes involving foreclosed properties can become complicated when a purchaser seeks possession but discovers that another person is already occupying the property and claims an independent right to it. Under Philippine law, determining who has the stronger claim requires more than simply reading a single statute. It requires careful examination of legislation, procedural rules, and decades of Supreme Court jurisprudence.

The general rule is that after the redemption period expires and ownership is consolidated, a foreclosure purchaser is ordinarily entitled to a writ of possession. However, the situation can change when a third party in actual possession claims a right that is independent of the debtor-mortgagor.

This legal distinction was the focus of a research test conducted using Intellegal, a Philippine-focused legal research platform. The system examined the requirements for obtaining a writ of possession following an extrajudicial foreclosure under Act No. 3135 and analyzed when a third party may resist the purchaser's request. Its research brought together statutes, procedural authorities, court issuances, and 110 Supreme Court decisions issued between 1941 and 2023.

One of the key findings concerns timing. During the redemption period, Section 7 of Act No. 3135 generally requires a verified ex parte application, proper court proceedings, and a bond equivalent to 12 months' use of the property. Once the redemption period has expired without redemption and ownership has been consolidated, the purchaser's position becomes stronger. Upon proper proof of title and the other requirements, the issuance of a writ of possession is generally considered a ministerial duty, and a bond is ordinarily unnecessary.

The critical exception involves third-party occupants. A person whose claim is merely derived from the mortgagor generally cannot defeat the summary possession process by simply challenging the foreclosure. However, a genuine third party asserting an independent right adverse to the mortgagor may require the court to examine evidence, potentially forcing the purchaser to pursue an ordinary action for possession.

Intellegal's approach emphasizes the importance of traceable legal research. Its Visual Digest helps lawyers understand lengthy decisions through structured timelines and arguments. Citation Map connects cases, statutes, and doctrines so authorities can be traced directly. Deep Synthesis breaks complex legal questions into focused research issues and produces source-linked reports.

For Philippine lawyers, the value of legal AI is therefore not simply generating fluent answers. It is building a research trail that can be checked, challenged, and verified against the underlying authorities.

As legal research becomes increasingly technology-driven, platforms such as Intellegal demonstrate how AI can help lawyers move from a difficult legal question to the authorities that deserve closer attention—while leaving professional judgment where it belongs: with counsel.

Every Bottle Tells a Story: How a Shared Love for Coca-Cola Built a Community Across Generations

Quezon City, Philippines— Across the Philippines, independent communities of Coca-Cola collectors continue to connect through shared memorabilia, stories, and friendships built over time. These groups—formed organically by enthusiasts—reflect a broader culture of collecting that brings together people from different backgrounds through a common appreciation for the brand.

Among these communities is the Coca-Cola Collectors Club Philippines, one of several independent collector groups in the country. It has brought together collectors and enthusiasts who share an interest in Coca-Cola memorabilia since 2015.

What began as a space for enthusiasts has grown into a multi-generational network built on shared stories, friendships, and a lasting connection through collecting Coca-Cola items. On June 20, 2026, members gathered to mark the group’s 11th anniversary and celebrate the people who continue to shape their community.

From hobby to community

Founded by collector Jay-Ar Mendoza, the club draws members from different backgrounds and age groups—from Gen Z hobbyists to long-time enthusiasts. Like many collector communities, members trade, exchange, and showcase Coca-Cola memorabilia while organizing meetups, anniversary gatherings, and exhibits. Over the years, many have also connected with fellow collectors overseas, expanding friendships beyond the Philippines.

Today, the club is led by President Edward Secerio, a member since its early days. His journey began with a single Coca-Cola alarm clock, which he picked up after closing his computer shop and looking for a new hobby. What started as a simple interest grew into a long-term passion, driven by the excitement of discovering pieces he did not yet own.

“More than anything, I want to see the club long after my time. Of course, I’ll guide it as long as I can, but what matters is that the community we’ve built remains strong and relevant. My goal is simple: it is to help shape a community that can grow and still be here for a long time, just like Coca-Cola itself,” Edward shared.

A connection beyond collecting

For some members, the connection to Coca-Cola is both professional and personal. Norman Lontoc, also a member of the Coca-Cola Collectors Club since 2015, first encountered the brand in his career as a Materials and Control Planning Analyst at Coca-Cola from 1992 to 1998. His exposure to promotional items, including miniature bottles, sparked his interest in collecting in the mid-1990s.

Over time, this interest deepened into an appreciation for Coca-Cola’s art and design—something shared by many collectors, including artists and creatives drawn to the brand’s visual identity.

For Norman, each collectible carries a story. “Every bottle has a story,” he said, reflecting on the memories tied to each piece he has acquired over the years.

On what the club means to him after more than a decade, he added: “It means a lot, because this is where you meet new people and bring them into something shared. You build friendships, then you become part of a community grounded in a common interest. You start to value these kinds of connections and the memories you make with them more as you grow older.”

Connecting generations through collecting

One of the things that makes collecting unique is how it connects generations. Across different communities, longtime collectors share stories and experiences alongside younger enthusiasts who are discovering the hobby for themselves.

Within the Coca-Cola Collectors Club Philippines, pioneer members Tatay Dong and Nanay Tess have turned collecting into a shared family activity, even involving their youngest daughter in fairs and exhibits. Their collection includes vintage Coca-Cola items dating back to the 1940s, which they regularly showcase in mall displays and collector events.

Ms. Angie, now 77 years old, represents another layer of the collecting community. Although she only recently joined the club, her collecting journey began in the 1970s. She has welcomed fellow collectors into her home to view her collection—a practice common across collector circles, where enthusiasts visit one another, exchange items, and learn from shared experiences.

At the same time, a new generation is finding its place in the community. Among them is Papi Louie, a toy collector and content creator who documents his collecting journey online. Like many younger collectors today, Louie first entered the hobby through “anik-anik” culture and online collector communities before expanding into Coca-Cola memorabilia.

“As a new member, I'm excited to learn more about Coca-Cola memorabilia, discover new pieces, and build friendships with fellow collectors. As a content creator, I'm also looking forward to sharing these experiences with a wider audience and hopefully inspiring more people to appreciate the stories, history, and community behind collecting,” Louie shared.

A shared culture of collecting

The Coca-Cola Collectors Club 11th anniversary was a celebration of the broader collecting culture—where enthusiasts come together to celebrate a shared interest and the connections that come with it. Representatives from Coca-Cola Philippines also attended the event as guests, including Sr. Director of Public Affairs, Sustainability & Communications Christine Ponce-Garcia, who met with attendees and recognized the passion shared across the collecting community.

"It's meaningful to see how collecting continues to bring people together across generations. Behind every bottle, every collection are personal stories, friendships, and memories that reflect the many ways Coca-Cola has been present in their everyday life over time," said Ponce-Garcia.

Across the country, independent Coca-Cola collector communities continue to bring together people from different walks of life. More than collections of items, they reflect how shared interests can create meaningful connections—linking generations through stories, experiences, and a collective appreciation that continues to evolve over time.

To learn more about Coca-Cola Philippines and its community, visit www.coca-cola.com/ph/en.

The Coca-Cola Collectors Club Philippines is an independent fan community. It is not owned, operated, or officially endorsed by Coca-Cola Philippines.